Of myself I must say this, I never was any greedy…
“Of myself I must say this, I never was any greedy, scraping grasper, nor a strait fast-holding prince, nor yet a master; my heart was never set on worldly goods, but only for my subjects' good.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Declares personal humility and dedication to subjects over material gain.
In simple terms: She values duty over wealth.
Prioritize service to others.
Themes
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When to use this quote
- government decisions
- charitable work
- community leadership
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does humility affect leadership?
- What sacrifices are required for true service?
May be political rhetoric.